Business of Art Center, 513 Manitou Ave., Manitou Springs, 685-1861, thebac.org. Open Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Free. Featuring Earthbound, a ceramics invitational curated by Holly Parker featuring works by twelve artists, through July 28. Also featuring Emerging Journeys, an exhibit of oil paintings by emerging artists, through July 7, and Earth to Hand, works by Audrey Blackburn and Frank Gray, though July 24.

The Gallery at Paragon, 3125 Sinton Road, 578-5744, cedarsjazzclub.com. Open Thurs.-Sat., 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. Featuring Sound & Vision, works by William K. Polley, through Aug. 1. Exposed Photography, by Andrea Ziegart, in the Royal Ballroom, through Aug. 7.

Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts, 304 Hwy. 105, Palmer Lake, 488-8101. Open Tues.- Sat., noon to 4 p.m. Featuring Palmer Lake Art Group Fine Arts Show, work by over 50 member artists in different media, through July 6.

The Winter Gallery, 47 Third St., Monument, 488-1063. Featuring two decades of work from artist Lance Green.

art events

DIY University: Kickstart Talent Show, UCCS Gallery of Contemporary Art, 1420 Austin Bluffs Pkwy., 262-3567, galleryuccs.org. Free. Participants have had to learn a new talent over the last month and will present their results. Thurs., June 28, 7-8 p.m.

11th Annual "Once Upon a Time in the West" Art Show, Gold King Mountain Inn, 601 E. Galena Ave., Cripple Creek, 719/689-2600. Featuring art works with Native American and Western themes. Show runs Fri.-Sat., June 29-30 and Sun., July 1.

Watercolor Workshop, Second Street Art Market,366 Second St., Monument, 488-2506. Douglas Buchman will demonstrate painting techniques and discuss the artists of the 1920's California School of Watercolor. Sat., June 30.

First Friday ArtWalk in Old Colorado City, West Colorado Avenue between 21st and 27th streets, 520-9494, shopoldcoloradocity.com. Free. Meet artists, view demos and enjoy live music and refreshments. Friday, July 6, 4-8 p.m.

Auditions & Entries Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts is accepting entries for a juried fine art photography and glass exhibition, Through the Looking Glass. Entries must be postmarked by June 30. Visit trilakesarts.org/callforartists.html for more.

Colorado Festival of World Theatre and the Manitou Art Theater announce auditions for FESTREET 2007, a street theater production on June 30 and July 1, 7 and 8. Call 685-4729 for an appointment.

Commonwheel Artists Co-op currently has an opening for a three-dimensional artist (except pottery) for its shop and gallery in Manitou Springs. Applications due by Sun., July 10, 6 p.m. Call 685-1008 or visit commonwheel.com for more.

The Pikes Peak Library District Art Evaluation Committee is seeking artists to submit five, gallery-ready pieces between 10 a.m. and noon on Thurs., July 12. Bring entries to the Carnegie Reading Room at Penrose Library, 20 N. Cascade Ave. Art must be picked up the same day between 4:30-6 p.m. Call 531-6333 x2338 for more.

Alleycat Theatrics will hold auditions for Suessical on July 16 and 23 from 4-9 p.m. at Alleycat Theatrics Studio, 111 S. 7th St. Call 209-1484 for more.

All Pikes Peak Reads 2007 is seeking original art for a juried competition and exhibition based on the 2007 book selection, Zorro. Entries are due July 16. Call 531-6333 ext. 1221 or visit ppld.org for more.

The Business of Art Center is seeking artworks for the tourist season with the only criteria being that they must be made to fit in their own ready-to-use suitcase. Entries must be hand delivered to 513 Manitou Ave., Manitou Springs on July 29, 10 a.m. to noon. See thebac.org for more.

The Friends of North Cheyenne Cañon is seeking two-dimensional artworks focused on "spectacular scenes of the Pikes Peak region" for the Canvases in the Cañon show. The deadline is Aug. 15 for the Sept. 8 exhibit. Call 635-7506 ext. 142 or visit cheyennecanon.org for more.

Art As Community promotes local artists who are willing to donate 10 percent of the purchase price of their art to a non-profit of the buyer's choice. Local artists and non-profits that are interested in participating are encouraged to call 540-3592.

World Refugee Day Celebration, Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 4125 Constitution Ave., 314-0218. Presenting an evening of food and music with a ceremony for those becoming citizens. Fri., June 29, 6-9 p.m.

WINGS, 800/373-8671, wingsfound.org. Offering therapist-facilitated support groups for adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse in which survivors are believed, accepted and no longer alone. Women's groups meet Mondays and Tuesdays. Men's group is developing a waiting list.

Intellectually Gifted/Socially Unsure is a new adult (ages 21 and over) social support group for individuals with autism spectrum disorders. Make friends, attend social functions, share information and advocate for one another. Contact Linda L. Thede at 573-8660 or drnotyet2008@aol.com for more.

The Breakfast Club for Singles 50+, SilverWood Hotel, 505 Popes Bluff Trail, 260-0651. $14. Meets 9 a.m. on the first Saturday of the month, offering outdoor activities and social events.

Lunch Break, Fellowship Hall of First Presbyterian Church, 219 E. Bijou St., 884-6234. $7.50. Offering a buffet luncheon with speakers for all women in the workplace. Meets first and third Wednesdays of the month, 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

Goddess Everywhere Pilgrimage, begin at Hwy. 24 and Ridge Road, 575-0152. Free. Walk to five local sacred sites to share ceremony, song and poetry about earth, healing, and beauty. Sun., July 1, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

"Psychology and Symbolism of the Buddhist Mandala" Lecture Series, Unity Church of the Rockies, 1945 Mesa Road, 632-7678, $10. This series features three lectures on the theory and practice of Buddhist Mandalas. Mondays through July 2, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

International Dance Club, 2422 Busch Ave., 633-0195, internationaldanceclub.org. $7-$9. Dances every Saturday to a live band with music from big band and country to polka and Latin, 7:30-11 p.m. Ballroom dances with Digital DJ Ken Daily, $8-$10, every third Friday, 8-11 p.m.

Fourth of July Celebration, Ellicott Community Park, Ellicott, 683-6288. Free. Hi-Plains Sertoma and the Angel Fire 4-H Club invite you to participate in a parade followed by community-centered activities. Wed., July 4, 5 p.m.

Colorado Renaissance Festival, I-25 exit 172, Larkspur, 303/688-6010, coloradorenaissance.com. $8-$17.95, children under 5 free. Return to the 16th century to enjoy the music, merriment, and chivalry of the Renaissance. Open weekends through July 29.

"Keepers of the Water" Day Camp, Catamount Institute, 3168 County Road 28, Woodland Park, 471-0910 ext. 104, catamountinstitute.org. $50. Campers will explore the ecology of local water sources through outdoors, hands-on water activities and teambuilding exercises. July 11, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

LitSource Library Tutor Training will be held July 2-30 for tutors interested in helping adults improve basic literacy skills once a week for two hours. Meeting times and locations are flexible. Call the Pikes Peak Library District at 531-6333 ext. 2223 or 2224 for more.

The US-Cuba Friendship Caravan will come through our area stopping at Christ Congregation UCC Church in Pueblo on July 8. To support the caravan and people of Cuba with money or humanitarian aid, call 719/488-1974 or visit pastorsforpeace.org.

An Cinneadh Doire ("A Kindred Grove"), a non-profit religious organization is seeking help from mortgage lenders, venture capitalists and others to purchase their building. Call 232-8028 for more.

Eleven Mile State Park is looking for nature lovers to help facilitate children's craft and educational programs on Saturday mornings. Basic understanding of Colorado plants and animals helpful, but not required. Call Kristen at 719/748-3401 for details.

Working Together Against Abuse is seeking donations for its thrift store at 3632 W. Colorado Ave. Household items, toys, books, and clothing for men, teens and children are especially needed. Donations of free-standing shelves and clothing racks are requested. Call 328-1389 for more.

Garden of the Gods Community Restoration Program adult and teen volunteers needed to help repair erosion damage. Be prepared to get dirty. Call Liz at 471-7736 to register at least one week in advance.

Teller County Regional Animal Shelter, a no-kill animal shelter in Divide, seeks volunteers to walk or groom dogs, play with cats, run errands, work in the office and more. Call 686-7707 or visit tcrascolorado.com for more.

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society's Southern Office isseeking friendly people willing to share quality time with people living with MS in long-term care facilities. To learn more about the Community Care Volunteer Visitation Program call 634-2820 opt. 2, ext. 101 or visit fightmscolorado.org.

Council for Educational Travel, USA is seeking Host Families for high school students from around the world arriving this fall. Call 388-7978 or visit cetusa.org for more.

Friends of Garden of the Gods is seeking volunteers to welcome visitors or help lead field trips for school children and tourists. Call Bonnie Frum at 219-0101 for more

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is seeking volunteer medical personnel such as nurses, physicians, respiratory therapists, dentists, pharmacists and mental health counselors to respond to disasters or public health emergencies. Free training provided. Call 888/260-6330 or visit covolunteers.state.co.us for more.

Odyssey Healthcare/Hospice is seeking volunteers for caregiver respite, patient visits, phone contacts, office support and special projects. Those with massage therapy, Reiki, aromatherapy, pet therapy and music therapy skills are needed. Call Kent Mathews at 573-4166 for more.

Big Brothers Big Sisters is seeking volunteers to serve as mentors to local youth as part of a new program. Go for walks, play in the park, watch movies, play board games, cook food and share other positive experiences with kids each week. Call 633-2443 or visit bbbscolo.org/pikespeak for more.

American Numismatic Association is seeking museum docents, administrative support and customer service volunteers. Call 482-9814 or e-mail volunteer@money.org for more.

The Salvation Army has a variety of volunteer opportunities available. Call 636-5266 or visit tsacs.org for more information.

Pikes Peak Family Connections needs volunteers for its Nurturing Parenting Program and KPC Kids' Place respite nursery. Internships and work study positions also are available. Call Alpha at 442-6337 for more.

Memorial Health System is seeking volunteers for various areas of the hospital. Call 365-5298 or visit memorialheathsystems.com for more.

All Breed Rescue & Training is seeking foster or adoptive homes for dogs, and volunteers for special events, office work, maintenance, fundraising and volunteer coordination. Call 264-6460 or visit haveanicedog.org for more.

Easter Seals Southern Colorado is seeking volunteers for collating and mailing newsletters, office work, special events and other tasks. Call 574-9002 or visit co-so.easterseals.com for more.

Indigo Mountain Nature Center, a Lake George sanctuary for captive-born wildlife is seeking volunteers with a variety of skills, including construction, maintenance and fundraising. For more call 748-5550 or visit indigomtn.org.

Safe Place Animal Rescue is seeking volunteers to assist with finding homes for pets of the terminally ill. Visit safeplaceco.org or call 638-1424 for more.

Another Life Foundation is hosting Volunteer Mentor meetings on recognizing and preventing suicidal behavior. Meets the first Wednesday of every month, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Call 216-7238 or visit anotherlifefoundation.org for more.

The Wildlife Experience, 10035 S. Peoria St., Parker, 720/488-3300, thewildlifeexperience.org. Presenting Wolf to Woof: The Story of Dog through Oct. 7. My Home Planet Earth through Oct. 21. Paws & Reflect: Art of Canines, July 14 to Oct. 14. Showing the film Wolves through August. Live wolf presentation, July 7. Live cheetah presentation, July 21.

performances

Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, 720/898-7200, arvadacenter.org. Featuring The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas through July 29.